The cobblestone streets, small shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs make this a great place to wander and immerse oneself in the atmosphere that is so French. The buildings are very old world and all dominated by Le Chateau Frontenac and the Notre Dame Basilica. The laneways where artists show their work (and hope for sales) are great to amble through. The view over Lower Town and on to the St Lawrence Seaway is impressive - even if there are cruise ships in port (there were at least 3 while we were there).
We stayed at a hotel here. So easy to walk around to everything you could want. Restaurants, shops, bars. So much history in these beautiful old buildings.
We stayed here and it was a great starting point to explore the city (upper and lower) which both had their differences. One exudes city life while one exudes village life. Must experience both to really say you visited Quebec. Do not use a map, pick a starting point and just start walking. You may want to take a drive around one time to familiarize yourself. We stayed 3 nights and by the second time i drove around (lost), i realized the city is very easy to navigate as i keep coming to the same points of interest driving around. Loved it!
Lots of activity amongst some impressive historic stone architecture. Upper Town has a lot of foot traffic and as such has a lot of great shopping. There are also lots of little alleyways full of artists displaying their wares. A great place to simply wander around and explore on foot.
Winter entertainment -slide down a very tall made of ice hill. Charming cafés with hot chocolate. French music.
Definitely not to be missed. Great views of the St. Lawrence from anywhere around the Chateau area. Great pics to be had. Cobblestone streets are quaint. It's like stepping back in history. Has lots of great restaurants and pubs. It's touristy and expensive (especially June-August) but it's definitely worth it.
Haute-Ville is a large area basically encompassing anything outside of the fortifications. Some really neat neighborhoods to wander around in and see what life is like as a local. Particularly enjoyed Rue Saint-Jean, Avenue Cartier and Le Grande Allee!
You can easily feel the difference between la Haute ville & the Basse ville. The Haute ville is livelier, more of a European city vibe, while the Basse ville is more European village, more laid back and tranquil. Walking around in the different neighborhoods of the Old City is spectacular in itself. So much to see and do and don’t forget to enjoy its romanticism.
It's like being in Europe. I was here 34 years ago and little has changed. The shops, small hotels, large hotels, and numerous places to eat can easily find you looking to something to eat or place to sit at the end of the day (when you'll wonder where the time went). The Upper Town was not overrun by souvenir shops. Be sure to check out Rue de Tresor where original art can be purchased at a reasonable price.
Loved Le Hobbit and L'Affair est Ketchup. Easy access to the Plains of Abraham Park and the walled city without the tourist feel.